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When you apply to Holy Cross, we want to get to know you. We hope to learn about your talents and passions — the things that really move you — so we can get a sense of how you will grow from and contribute to our community.

First Year Applicants

Early Decision

Deadline:

Saturday, December 15, 2018

Decision: Rolling

Regular Decision

Deadline:

Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Hear back: By April 1

We offer Early Decision and Regular Decision admissions for first-year applicants. Please note that applying Early Decision represents a binding commitment to attend Holy Cross if admitted, and that those deadlines follow an accelerated schedule. All first-year applications require:

Common Application or Coalition Application

High School Transcript

Two Letters of Recommendation

Application fee of $60

* All students are highly encouraged to participate in an admissions interview.

Transfer Applicants

Fall Transfer

Deadline:

Monday, April 1, 2019

Hear back: June 1

Spring Transfer

Deadline:

Thursday, November 1, 2018

Hear back: Rolling

Holy Cross welcomes second- and third-year transfer students, although space is often very limited. Transfers can apply for the spring or fall semester according to their respective deadlines. All transfer applications require:

Common Application or Coalition Application

High School and Current College Transcript

Two Faculty Letters of Recommendation

Official College Report

Course Descriptions

* All transfer students are highly encouraged to participate in an admissions interview.

International Applicants

Early Decision

Deadline:

Saturday, December 15, 2018

Hear back: Rolling

Regular Decision

Deadline:

Tuesday, January 15, 2019

Hear back: Early April

We welcome applications from international students, but financial aid for these applicants is limited. International applicants may apply Early Decision or Regular Decision. Applying Early Decision represents a commitment to attend Holy Cross if admitted, and those deadlines follow a tighter schedule. All international applications require:

Common Application or Coalition Application

Certification of Finances

Bank Letter or Financial Affidavit

TOEFL or IELTS (for non-native English speakers)

* All international students are highly encouraged to participate in an admissions interview.

Questions?

Completing your application can be challenging. If you still need assistance, we’re here to help. Contact us by email at admissions@holycross.edu or by phone at 800-442-2421 or 508-793-2443. If you’re on campus, feel free to stop by our office.